• Job Description

  Req#: 4846

  Puget Sound Energy is looking to grow our community with top talented individuals like you! With our rapidly growing, award winning energy efficiency programs, our pathway to an exciting and innovative future is now.

  PSE's Security, Risk and Compliance team is looking for qualified candidates to fill an open IT Security Analyst position!

  
  Specific details regarding the work arrangements for this position will be discussed in further detail during the interview process.

  Job Description

  Puget Sound Energy is seeking a talented IT Security Analyst to join our Cyber Risk Management (CRM) team. As a key member of our Security, Risk, and Compliance organization, you will play a critical role in protecting PSE from cyber threats and ensuring the security of our systems and data.

  
  The CRM team is responsible for performing security reviews, owning the vulnerability management program, and identifying potential security risks. As an IT Security Analyst on this team, you will aid in these efforts by:
  • Conducting thorough security reviews of software and systems to identify vulnerabilities and risks
  • Assessing and prioritizing risks from identified vulnerabilities
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to remediate and mitigate security risks
  • Developing and maintaining vulnerability management processes and procedures
  • Staying up-to-date with emerging threats and trends in cybersecurity to inform our risk management strategies
  • Develops, delivers, maintains or monitors IT security policies, standards, and best practices.
  • Implements, integrates, maintains, reports or monitors security and compliance risk management procedures to reduce financial loss and critical business failures.
  • Performs security, vulnerability and threat assessments and security incident management.
  • Oversees security compliance requirements and other IT audit responsibilities.
  • Upholds the safety compliance standards inherent in PSE’s operating and/or field procedures related to work responsibilities. Promotes and supports a culture of total safety.
  • Ensures duties are performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations.
  • Demonstrates commitment to conduct business honestly, ethically, and consistent with our core values and Code of Conduct.

  If you have a passion for cybersecurity, a keen eye for detail, and excellent analytical skills, we want to hear from you! The ideal candidate will have experience in vulnerability management, risk assessment, and security reviews, as well as strong communication and collaboration skills.

  Job Responsibilities

  • Analyzes application security needs based on the sensitivity or proprietary nature of the data, and ensures all systems are utilized for management-approved purposes only.
  • Provides technical expertise and guides the administration of security tools that control and monitor information security.
  • Understands security, risk and compliance fundamentals.
  • Uses established procedures to complete routine work in one or more process areas such as security assessments or compliance audits.
  • Demonstrates thorough understanding of the fundamental tools and concepts of one of the IT Teams. Applies that understanding to make independent practical contributions to moderately complex IT work within a particular PSE department or function.
  • Identifies and documents problems and notifies others as appropriate based on problem escalation procedures. Applies understanding of a primary professional segment to resolve most common problems/issues/opportunities.
  • Proposes changes to system documentation impacting own team.
  • Works with project manager to define tasks and create team work plans. May delegate work to others and monitor progress. Identifies issues affecting work progress and recommends solutions.
  • Estimates effort to complete requirements for smaller, simpler projects.
  • May act as member of IT security incident response team.
  • Operates under general supervision.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

  Minimum Qualifications

  • Two (2) year degree or certification in a technology-related field or equivalent combination of education, work experience or relevant military experience.
  • Familiarity with security-related hardware and software.
  • Knowledge of security controls for servers and workstations.
  • Understanding of various operating environments, e.g. Unix, Windows, Linux, Cisco IOS, AIX, Cisco UCS, VMWare.
  • Knowledge of working with network routers, LAN bridges, and the communication architectures which link them together.
  • Knowledge of security and internal control frameworks such as: ISO 27001, NIST 800-53, COBIT and COSO.
  • Knowledge of compliance requirements such as NERC and SOX.

  Desired Qualifications

  • Highly desirable are certifications in one or more of the following:
    • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
    • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
    • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
    • SANS-GIAC certifications family
    • Security Plus
  • Undergraduate degree.
  • Customer centric focus with demonstrated ability to apply insights to meet customer technology needs and improve IT maturity.
  • Proven experience working independently and/or in a team environment to deliver on initiatives.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive for results to deliver against commitments.
  • Growth mindset to rapidly learn new skills and be able to collaborate to deliver creative IT solutions.
  • Solid verbal and written communications skills; ability to present and discuss technical information in a way that establishes rapport, persuades others, and gains understanding.
  • Ability to effectively adapt to and apply rapidly changing technology to business needs.
  • Knowledge and understanding of business needs, with the ability to establish and maintain a high level of customer trust and confidence.
  • Proven ability to work under stress in emergencies; flexibility to handle pressure coming from all directions at one time.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong customer focus and ability to manage client expectations.
    

  Additional Information

  At PSE we value and respect our employees and provide them opportunities to excel. We offer a competitive compensation and rewards package.

  The pay range for this position is $96,200.00 - $169,300.00, and this position is eligible for annual goals based incentive bonuses.

  PSE offers a suite of benefits to our employees. Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life, and short- and long-term disability insurance. There are additional voluntary options of supplemental life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent daycare, and an Employee assistance program (EAP). For long term savings, PSE offers a 401(k) investment option and a cash balance retirement plan. Employees will also receive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays throughout the calendar year. Detailed benefit overviews can be found on our Career page - Why Work For Us (pse.com) .

  Families and businesses depend on PSE to provide the energy they need to pursue their dreams. Our steadfast commitment to serving Washington communities with safe, dependable and efficient energy started in 1873. Today we're building the Northwest's energy future through efforts like our award winning energy efficiency programs and our leadership in renewable energy.

  Puget Sound Energy is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status or presence of a disability that with or without reasonable accommodation does not prevent performance of the essential functions of the job, or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law.

  Should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources Staffing department at jobs@pse.com or 425-462-3017.

• About the company

  Puget Sound Energy is an energy utility based in the US state of Washington, providing the Puget Sound region with electrical power and natural gas.

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